Ryco oil filter R2737P NOT suitable for after 2013 WK2 Grand Cherokee CDR diesel

[Treebreakerbob]

Originally Posted by SouthernComfort

I'll second that. I reckon the WK2's 10 year history has made it one of the most complex cars around with so many changes and so many variables to learn about. A little knowledge can end up causing problems, with these cars a deeper understanding of 'your' particular model is essential for a DIY'er, especially when ordering parts. Doesn't help that Chrysler/FCA got some things wrong, or that parts makers create confusion (e.g. oil filter)

Bob's point about referring to Model Year NOT Build Year is such a crucial point.

Thankfully this forum is the best sorting ground

You know what they say. It is not knowledge but the illusion of knowledge that gets you into trouble.

[crdv6]

Sorry to stir up the muddy water again, but Ryco list the 2737P as the only filter for the JGC diesel. So, is there a problem?

[drover]

Originally Posted by crdv6

Sorry to stir up the muddy water again, but Ryco list the 2737P as the only filter for the JGC diesel. So, is there a problem?

Not really in the Grands but was/is an issue in the RAMs as I think the oil filter housing is slightly different and the O ring wasn't sealing fully, they then advised the R2736P was the chosen one, the O ring is located at the open end of the shaft ensuring a better seal but again its a RAM thing but easier to update the filter to suit all VM engines....

The RYCO web site is now actually confusing showing both filters with the 37P being from 1/13 on while the 36P is 11/12 on, use the 36P though as the O riing is certainly a better placement...

I use the Wesfil WCO154, equivalent to the R2736P also fits the Holden Captiva diesel .....

[genpk]

Originally Posted by drover

Not really in the Grands but was/is an issue in the RAMs as I think the oil filter housing is slightly different and the O ring wasn't sealing fully, they then advised the R2736P was the chosen one, the O ring is located at the open end of the shaft ensuring a better seal but again its a RAM thing but easier to update the filter to suit all VM engines....

The RYCO web site is now actually confusing showing both filters with the 37P being from 1/13 on while the 36P is 11/12 on, use the 36P though as the O riing is certainly a better placement...

I use the Wesfil WCO154, equivalent to the R2736P also fits the Holden Captiva diesel .....

Im using the wesfil wco201 on my 2015 gc.
As long as the O ring is positioned nearer to the end of the small pipe not half way along it.

[drover]

Originally Posted by genpk

Im using the wesfil wco201 on my 2015 gc.
As long as the O ring is positioned nearer to the end of the small pipe not half way along it.

The problem isn't a JGC one but a RAM 1500 and Wrangler which have the VM diesel EXF engine fitted, if you look at Jeep/RAM part listings they have a different oil/cooler housing and warnings about using the earlier filter..... but I like the position of the later O ring allows a bit more wriggle room .... Like most vehicles using the same engine the block may be the same but the bits hanging off can be very different......

The 2.5lt VM was fitted to Landy's, Colorado, Wranglers and a few others but the bits hanging off the motor weren't always the same.

[bjm]

Have used both in my 2012 no issues.I also read that FCA now only list one part number to cover all years and that is the later one.Havnt checked that .